schnooks, below is a well known online appliance marketer.

I've preselected range, gas, by rating. There are a number in your stated price range.

Also, if you have a large local Sears store nearby, they are often helpful when time is short. They also link to online sales.

Good luck.

Here is a link that might be useful: aj madison link for gas ranges:

schnooks, did you decide on your choice?

If you can raise your budget a little, and/or wait for 2 more weeks for after holiday sale, Electrolux is known for it's quality oven, and frankly, it's hard to mess up the build/function of the range top burners itself.

While only 2 reviews, based on a lot of appliance reviewing and search myself, you might want to look at the one in the link below which is for Electrolux. Lots of happy campers on GW with them.

Also, Sears, Best Buy, call around to see who has these on hand. Floor models are usually discounted.

Good luck.

Here is a link that might be useful: Electrolux gas range: